Licensed clinical social worker recordIllinois
Lauren Oestmann, LCSW
Illinois
Licensed clinical social worker - stress and trauma
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- Credentials
- LCSW
- Licensed in Illinois
- LCSW, licence 149.014605
- NPI
- 1174196455
- Experience
- 15 years
- Languages
- English
- Location
- Illinois
These details come from information Lauren supplied to BetterHelp. A licence can be checked with the social work board of the state that issued it, and an NPI with the national registry.
AAbout
- CBT methods
- DBT skills
- Motivational interviewing
About Lauren
Lauren Oestmann is a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) licensed in Illinois with 15 years of experience. She supports people coping with stress, anxiety, depression, addiction, trauma, anger, relationship and family strain, grief, parenting concerns, sleep issues, self-esteem problems, bipolar disorder, ADHD, career stress, compassion fatigue, intimacy-related issues, and life transitions.
She has worked across many settings, including residential substance-abuse programs, adoption preservation, corrections, and private practice. That variety shaped a practical approach to common problems. Sessions tend to focus on skills people can use between meetings and on clear steps for change.
Lauren favors straightforward, skills-based methods. She draws on cognitive behavioral therapy to help people notice and change thinking patterns that keep problems going. She uses dialectical behavior therapy skills for emotion regulation and distress tolerance. Motivational interviewing helps when someone feels stuck about change.
Trauma-focused therapy is part of her work when past harm affects day-to-day functioning. Solution-focused methods are used to set short-term goals and build on strengths. Mindfulness skills may be introduced to support attention and sleep habits.
Her practice emphasizes collaboration. People can expect practical conversations, concrete strategies, and follow-up on goals between sessions. Lauren works in English and is licensed in Illinois as an LCSW.
BHow sessions work
Practical therapy approaches for online sessions
Lauren uses cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) to break down how thoughts, feelings, and behaviors interact. CBT helps with anxiety, depression, sleep problems, and unhelpful habits by teaching concrete techniques to test and change thinking patterns. Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) contributes skills for emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness. Those skills are useful when strong emotions or relationship conflicts get in the way of daily life.Motivational interviewing is a conversational approach she uses to help people clarify their reasons for change and find manageable next steps. Together the therapist and client decide which approach or combination makes sense. This is a collaborative process that adjusts to the person’s goals, preferences, and the problem at hand.
Session formats are not specified in the supplied biography, so confirm current options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into workdays, caregiving schedules, or commutes. They also allow shorter check-ins when that suits the pace of life, and they remove the need to travel to an office. A clinician will discuss which methods and session structure best match practical needs and goals.
CAreas of focus
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Also works with
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
15+ years
Listed in
Illinois
Languages
English
DQuestions
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she address?
She addresses stress, anxiety, depression, addictions, trauma and abuse, anger, relationship and family strain, grief, intimacy issues, sleep problems, parenting, self-esteem, career stress, bipolar disorder, ADHD, compassion fatigue, and coping with life changes.
What is her therapeutic style?
Her style is client centered, strength based, and solution focused. Sessions emphasize practical skills, goal setting, and steps people can use between meetings.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has 15 years of experience working in a variety of settings, including residential substance-abuse programs, adoption preservation, corrections, and private practice.
What are her credentials and where is she licensed?
She is a licensed clinical social worker - LCSW - licensed in Illinois.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the US work with her?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are sessions paid for?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin a first session?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, call 911, or call or text 988. More crisis numbers